"KICK" Start to Early Literacy

The Kiwanis Club of Brooksville: Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time. The Kiwanis Club of Brooksville is dedicated to serving the local community through various service and fundraising projects. Our club has been service our community for more that 93 years. We are part of Kiwanis International, an organization serving children for over 100 years.

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Family Chiropractic: As leading chiropractic professionals, their staff will do everything they can to help you achieve your wellness objectives, heal from injuries, and live a healthy, full life. Family Chiropractic only use the best in chiropractic equipment and keep up with the latest innovations in holistic care to provide their patients with a full range of complementary health and wellness treatments. When you choose Family Chiropractic, you can rest assured that you will receive the finest quality care from chiropractic staff who genuinely care for your health and well-being.

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HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital Our hospital is committed to offering the Brooksville and Spring Hill communities advanced healthcare services with a compassionate, patient-focused approach. At HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital, our experienced and knowledgeable leadership team is committed to improving the quality of care we provide to serve the healthcare needs of our community.

HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital offers our community a wide range of services, such as:

• Hernando County’s only comprehensive cardiovascular program, including an arrhythmia center and open-heart surgery.
• The Maternity Suites at HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital, which offers advanced labor and delivery capabilities in a comfortable and family-centered setting and Level II NICU services. 
• 24/7emergency and critical-care services provided by intensivists, hospitalists, radiologists, inpatient pharmacists, resident physicians
• A dedicated pediatric ER and pediatric inpatient unit
• Comprehensive orthopedic care and spine care and complimentary pre-surgery education for joint and spine procedures
• A Women’s Imaging Center, which offers 3D mammography and personalized nurse navigation for suspicious findings

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Carter Foreman PLLC focuses on what you need to live and prosper. As a full-service law firm, you can turn to us for advice and capable representation at every stage of life. Due to our long and consistent track record of achieving results for individuals, families and businesses, we have emerged as a preeminent Florida law firm. Our trusted name stands for exceptional service in even the most challenging matters such as high-net-worth divorces, complex business transactions and alternatives to real estate foreclosures.

We can protect your best interests in these areas and more:

• Real estate law
• Family law, including divorce and child custody
• Personal injury
• Estate planning and probate
• Business and commercial law
• Criminal defense
• We connect our clients with attorneys that have years of experience in these fields.

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At Holmes Drafting Services, we are proud to call ourselves a full service drafting firm covering all of Florida and Georgia. As a “full service” firm, our involvement does not stop when the plans are handed over.

We offer additional services in most areas, such as permitting, site coordination, HOA representation, and takeoffs. Having the company that has spent countless hours involved with every intricate detail of your project coordinating the rest of the journey makes a substantial difference. Permits get turned around faster, and questions get answered immediately.

If you or your company are looking for an answer to your construction needs, you’ve come to the right spot. Take a look and see what the hds difference is all about.

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Bravera Health Spring Hill & Brooksville help people get well and live healthier by providing safe, quality healthcare, building enduring relationships with our patients and providing value for the people and communities we serve. Bravera Health Spring Hill & Brooksville is a 120-bed Joint Commission-accredited acute care hospital that opened in 1932. In keeping with their heritage, the hospital provides quality, compassionate healthcare to residents of Hernando County and surrounding areas. Bravera Health Spring Hill & Brooksville care services include a surgery program, a dedicated orthopedic joint replacement center and two cardiac catheterization labs.

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PED-Stuart has been a family owned & operated business for over 40 years. Manufacturing American Made products is what we love to do!

Stuart Promotional Products: www.stuart-inc.com Promotional Products, Event Supplies, Branding Items, Identification, Security & Safety Products

PED-Manufacturing: www.ped-corp.com Specialists in PVC, PU, PP, LDPE, HDPE, Die Cutting, Slitting, Sheeting, Printing, Sewing, and Packaging

PED-Medical Products: www.ped-med.com Your source for First Aid and Disaster Supplies, Private Labeling also available

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The Hardy Team is A Real Estate Team that you can trust to focus on you and your needs. They are dedicated to bringing you a one-of-a-kind real estate experience you won't find anywhere else. Take a deep breath, relax, and feel at home because you are.

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 Homes Sold In 12 Months      Local Neighborhood Experts        Happy Customers         Client Satisfaction

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Micro Matic is dedicated to providing world-class beverage dispense equipment and solutions by focusing on unparalleled product quality and testing, on-time delivery, and world-class customer service.

Their commitment to quality is infused into every aspect of their business. Micro Matic strives for excellence in product performance, value their employees and service partners, and promote causes that contribute to our communities' well-being.

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Grow Financial is Tampa Bay's homegrown credit union. Serving people over profit goes beyond finances for Grow Financial. From everyday banking to financial literacy education to community initiatives, They're here for you. They exist to make things grow — people, communities, money and dreams.

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Terlep Chiropractic's central focus is on getting each and every person we see pain free while experiencing the best quality of life possible. In our facility you’ll find several chiropractic physicians with different areas of specialization to meet your needs. Quick availability of care is vital and same day appointments are always available.

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Coastal Engineering Associates, Inc., (COASTAL) established in 1958, is a multi-disciplined firm providing Surveying, engineering, planning, environmental and construction management services. COASTAL currently serves as a Consultant for the Continuing Engineering Services – Water, Wastewater and Reclaimed Water Projects and Continuing Engineering Services serving as an extension of the Hernando County Department of Public Works (HCDPW) staff and resources by providing engineering services that support the development and improvement of the County’s infrastructure. COASTAL combines its talents and strengths to create innovative solutions to engineering, land use and environmental challenges. COASTAL is a client responsive organization, from concept to conclusion, providing the experienced guidance, competent administration and technical expertise vital to delivering economically justifiable, functionally and aesthetically sound projects.

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Pasco-Hernando State College combines high-tech educational facilities and state-of-the-art programs with a focus on teaching for student success. Students can expect personalized attention, small class sizes, highly credentialed faculty, and tuition and fees that are among the most affordable in the State of Florida. Our Associate in Arts (AA) degree program provides a solid foundation in the arts and sciences. Successful completion of PHSC’s AA degree guarantees seamless transfer to one of Florida’s public universities or state colleges at the junior level. PHSC provides training for more than 30 high demand careers in business, health, industry and technology, and public service through new bachelor's degree, Associate in Science degree and certificate programs.

At PHSC, we offer educational opportunities for students of all ages and abilities. Our “Open Door” policy welcomes all high school graduates and GED recipients. And, we have six nearby locations to serve you in Brooksville, Dade City, New Port Richey, Spring Hill and Wesley Chapel.

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4Corners Pharmacy is a privately-managed and locally-owned pharmacy in Spring Hill, Florida. Our drugstore was established with the goal to serve the needs of the community. We believe that we can play an important role in the health and well-being of your family by simply doing our job which is providing your medications and healthcare supplies to preserve and maintain your health. Our Mission Statement: 4 Corners Pharmacy is dedicated to help you save every time you shop for your health care needs. We provide you with the highest quality in medications and medical supply needs while still ensuring the lowest prices.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 26, 2022

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 54 Realty Crowned 2022 Kickball Champs

United Way Raises Over $22,716 for Childhood Literacy at Kickball Tournament

Spring Hill, FL – (March 26, 2022) – United Way of Hernando County hosted their 7th Annual "KICK" Start to Early Literacy Kickball Tournament at Anderson Snow Park on Saturday, March 26, 2022. Since 2016, local companies have battled it out in a friendly competition for the Ultimate Traveling Kickball Trophy. This year we decided to add even more amenities including a Food Truck Rally. The participation and turn out was absolutely amazing! We all came together as a community to support such a great cause.

Proceeds from this popular fundraising tournament benefit United Way’s Dolly Parton Imagination Library (DPIL), which supports childhood literacy by sending enrolled Hernando children a free book in the mail every month, from birth to age 5. The community came together to raise over $22,716 for DPIL, which will allow United Way to provide roughly 11,358 books and it will sponsor 872 children from birth to age 5.

After a long afternoon of Hernando businesses vying for the Championship Trophy, the final matchup came down between Publix at Brooksville Square's "Brooksvegas Ballers" with Celebrity Coach Natalie Kahler from Brooksville Main Street and 54 Realty's "Kicking Balls & Taking Listings" with Celebrity Coach April Johnson-Spence, Community Advocate. It was a close game, but in the end The 54 Realty's "Kicking Balls & Taking Listings" were crowned the victors and the 2022 Kickball Champions.

A special thank you to all of our sponsors who proudly supported this fundraising event:

• Get your Business involved and make a difference in the lives of many young children in Hernando.

• Presenting Sponsor: Grand Slam Champion - Centennial Bank
• Field Sponsor: Home Run Hero
• Kickball Sponsor: Base Run Ballers
  
• Yard Sign Sponsor: Double Play!
• Click here to pay online!

Thank you to United Way’s Proud Partners at the Boys & Girls Club, Foundations of Life Pregnancy Center, Lighthouse for the Visually Impaired and Blind, Mid-Florida Community Service’s Early Start and Head Start, NAMI Hernando, and People Helping People for providing local resources for families in attendance. LifeSouth Community Blood Center’s Blood Mobile encouraged spectators to donate blood and save a life, and Terlep Chiropractic offered a coupon for discounted services with proceeds donated back to DPIL.

PJ the DJ from The Arc Nature Coast provided upbeat music all day for the attendees, and everyone loved snapping a keepsake picture with the life-size cutout of Dolly Parton at the Foto Fun Booth. United Way would also like to thank National Anthem singer Erika Iglesias and, Hernando County Parks and Recreation, and United Way of Hernando County volunteers, Board Members, and Kickball Planning Committee Members for generously donating their time, talents, and efforts to help make this event such a success.

2022 Kickball Champs: "Kicking Balls & Taking Listings" 54 Realty

Celebrity Coach April Johnson-Spence and Team Tim Pulmadore, Joey Favace, Ashley Read, Steven Read, Lamon Neal, Alex Ontivenos, Bobby Read, Dave Williams, Ryan Nutter, Brandon Wright, Devin Mormando, Tiffany Mormando, Katie Wright, Katie McCarthy

For more information on available opportunities for community involvement, visit www.UnitedWayHernando.org/Kickball

For more information, visit www.UnitedWayHernando.org/Kickball or like our event on Facebook.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 30, 2021

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WRECking Crew Crowned 2021 Kickball Champs
United Way Raises Over $12,000 for Childhood Literacy at Kickball Tournament

Spring Hill, FL – (March 30, 2021) – United Way of Hernando County hosted their 6th Annual "KICK" Start to Early Literacy Kickball Tournament at Anderson Snow Park on Saturday, March 27, 2021. Since 2016, local companies have battled it out in a friendly competition for the Ultimate Traveling Kickball Trophy. This year, COVID-19 safety precautions were implemented for the protection of the players, volunteers, vendors, and spectators. This included temperature checks at check-in, sanitation stations around the park, and proving masks for each dugout and vendor table.

Proceeds from this popular fundraising tournament benefit United Way’s Dolly Parton Imagination Library (DPIL), which supports childhood literacy by sending enrolled Hernando children a free book in the mail every month, from birth to age 5. The community came together to raise over $12,000 for DPIL, which will allow United Way to provide 6,000 books to enrolled children to help build their personal library.

After a long morning of Hernando businesses vying for the Championship Trophy, the final matchup came down between Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative’s Team WRECking Crew and their Celebrity Coach Jeff Rogers, Hernando County Administrator and The Plumadore Group’s Team Kicking Balls & Taking Listings with their Celebrity Coach Doug Chorvat Jr., Clerk of Court & Comptroller. It was a close game, but in the end The WRECking Crew were crowned the victors and the 2021 Kickball Champions.

Thank you to the following businesses and their accompanying Celebrity Coaches (CC) who competed in this year’s event:

• Team "O'Berry's All Stars" from Publix at Seven Hills --> CC Allissa O'Berry, Publix #411
• Team "The Heat" from the HC Sheriff’s Office --> CC Sheriff Al Nienhuis, Hernando County Sheriff's Office
• Team "Average Joe's" from Publix at Mariner Commons --> CC Beth Narverud, Hernando County Commissioner
• Team "Dupuis Demolishers" from Publix Hernando West --> CC Billy & Kristie Healis, Walmart Dist. & HC County Judge
• Team "If You Ain't Amerifirst, You're Last" from Amerifirst Home Mortgage --> CC Blake Bell, Brooksville City Council
• Team "Champa Bay" from Timber Pines Community Association --> CC Chance Phillips, Beer Frog/Evom
• Team "Schwiftey Business" from Publix at Brooksville Square --> CC Chris Linsbeck, Hernando County Parks & Recreation
• Team "Eleven Ninety Great" from Publix at Glen Lakes --> CC Doug Chorvat, Clerk of Court
• Team "Oops! We Kicked It Again" from Publix Lakewood Plaza --> CC Dr. Eddie Williams, PHSC
• Team "The Done Dealers" from Publix Avalon --> CC Dr. Joanie Davis, Davis Family Hearing
• Team "Kicking Balls & Taking Listings" from The Plumadore Group --> CC Jeff Holcomb, Hernando County Commissioner
• Team "WRECking Crew" from Withlacoochie River Electric Coop. --> CC Jeff Rogers, County Administrator
• Team "World's Okayest Kickballers" from HC Schools --> CC Superintendent John Stratton, Hernando County School District
• Team "Barrette Knights" from Barrette Outdoor Living --> CC Josh McGuire, Texas Roadhouse
• Team "NO BASE LIKE HOME" from Century 21 Alliance Realty --> CC Marilyn Pearson Adams, Century 21 Alliance Realty
• Team "Pitches Be Crazy" from Publix at Barclay --> CC Marvelous Marvin, HITS 106

Returning for the popular Mascot Fun Run were Andy the Armadillo from Texas Roadhouse, Pikachu, Carey the Cow, and Tommy the T-Rex. They were joined by newcomers Teachable T-Rex from Mid Florida Community Services Head-Early Head Start, Pasco Hernando State College’s Boomer the Bobcat, Olaf from Terlep Chiropractic, and the Shark from Nature Coast Technical High School. It was a close race, but in the end Tommy the T-Rex was crowned victorious.

Congratulations to all of the raffle winners!

• Alex Killorn hat: John M.
• TreeUmph!: Kelly G.
• ZooTampa: Yamil F.
• Wonderworks: Celeb Coach Jeff R.
• Autographed Mike Evans football: Brandon S.
• Mascot Fun Run: Cindy

A special thank you to all of our sponsors who proudly supported this fundraising event:

• Presenting Sponsor: Holmes Drafting Services – Grand Slam Champion
• Field 1 Sponsor: Integrity Pest Control – Home Run Hero
• Fields 2 & 3 Sponsor: PED-Stuart Corporation – Home Run Hero
• Field 4 Sponsor: Terlep Chiropractic – Home Run Hero
• Base Run Baller Sponsors: Carter Foreman PLLC, Cricket Wireless (Sun Com), Grow Financial Federal Credit Union, Rotary Club of Brooksville, Mid-Florida Community Services Head Start/Early Head Start, and Timber Pines Community Association/Scott Dienes Construction LLC.

Thank you to United Way’s Proud Partners at the Boys & Girls Club, Foundations of Life Pregnancy Center, Lighthouse for the Visually Impaired and Blind, Mid-Florida Community Service’s Early Start and Head Start, NAMI Hernando, and People Helping People for providing local resources for families in attendance. LifeSouth Community Blood Center’s Blood Mobile encouraged spectators to donate blood and save a life, and Terlep Chiropractic offered a coupon for discounted services with proceeds donated back to DPIL.

With a high of 92 degrees on Saturday, United Way was fortunate to have BrainFreeze Italian Ice on site cooling off attendees with their delicious desserts, and Texas Roadhouse grilled hotdogs and hamburgers for the players, volunteers, and attendees. Mid Florida Community Services and Target sponsored a grab-and-go breakfast for players and volunteers.

PJ the DJ from The Arc Nature Coast provided upbeat music all day for the attendees, and everyone loved snapping a keepsake picture with the life-size cutout of Dolly Parton at the Foto Fun Booth. United Way would also like to thank National Anthem singer and Challenger K8 teacher Jonathan Kryk, Hernando County Parks and Recreation, and United Way of Hernando County volunteers, Board Members, and Kickball Planning Committee Members for generously donating their time, talents, and efforts to help make this event such a success.

2021 Kickball Champs: WRECking Crew from Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative

Celebrity Coach Jeff Rogers and Team David Gonzalez, Al Lemire, Zach Sorrentino, Jason Giddings,
Denine Sorrentino, Justin Owens, Rusty Lightbody, Justin Rubeo, Davd Moen, Taylor Scumaci,
Brittney Walker, Josh Velez, and Noah Torkelson.

For more information on available opportunities for community involvement, visit www.UnitedWayHernando.org/Kickball

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